Episode 62 | Sweet Petunia, Julian Taylor, Thomm Jutz, Connor Daly, and English teacher Mrs. Heisler

Episode 62 | Sweet Petunia, Julian Taylor, Thomm Jutz, Connor Daly, and English teacher Mrs. Heisler

Author: Prairie Public March 15, 2026 Duration: 58:59
Episode 62 features alt-folk duo Sweet Petunia, Canadian folk singer Julian Taylor, Grammy Award-winning songwriter Thomm Jutz, and singer Connor Daly. Plus, Tom interviews his former high school English teacher, Mrs. Heisler, about The Spoon River Anthology by Edgar Lee Masters.

There's a particular warmth and intimacy to folk traditions, a sense of stories passed hand to hand. The Great American Folk Show captures that feeling in audio form, extending the spirit of its long-running radio broadcast into a dedicated podcast. Guided by folksinger and songwriter Tom Brosseau, each episode feels like a gathering in a well-lit room. You'll hear the crackle of a vinyl record giving way to a forgotten ballad, the thoughtful pause of a poet sharing new work, and conversations with artists and keepers of culture that lean more toward connection than interrogation. This isn't just a curated playlist, though the music is central and beautifully chosen; it's an exploration of the sounds and voices that stitch the country's cultural fabric. Produced by Prairie Public, the podcast serves as a living archive and a quiet celebration, reminding us that the great American story is often best told through a melody, a carefully chosen verse, or a candid moment of interview. Tune in for a blend of discovery and nostalgia, where every episode offers a gentle, human-paced respite from the noise.
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